Alright, let’s dive into People Are You Ready by Taffari. This 2003 reggae gem from Spain ain’t your typical chill-out record—it hits hard and doesn’t mess around. Released on Minor 7 Flat 5 with Brotherman pulling the strings as producer, this album screams raw energy and realness. Andreas Christophersen penned these tunes, and man, they stick to your brain like gum under a chair.
First off, the title track "People Are You Ready" slaps you in the face right outta the gate. No soft intro crap here—just straight vibes and consciousness. The lyrics hit heavy, asking if we’re ready for change, ready to wake up. It’s not just some preachy nonsense though; it’s got that fire behind it. I remember this one 'cause it feels like Taffari's calling YOU out personally. Like dude knows what you’ve been doing—or not doing—and he ain’t letting you slide. The beat? Solid but simple. Lets the message do all the talking.
Then there’s “Campo Riddim Version,” which flips the vibe entirely. If “People” is the rally cry, this one’s more like the afterparty where everyone chills but still stays woke. That riddim? Sticky as hell. It loops in your head for days, making you want to grab a spliff (or coffee, whatever floats yer boat) and zone out. But don’t get it twisted—this isn’t background music. Even when it’s laid-back, it demands attention. You can hear how much love went into crafting every layer of sound.
Here’s the kicker: even though it came outta Spain—a place you wouldn’t immediately associate with roots reggae—this album proves borders mean jack when it comes to good music. Reggae’s supposed to unite, right? Well, Taffari nails that mission without trying too hard.
So yeah, People Are You Ready might be almost two decades old now, but damn if it doesn’t still feel fresh. Listening to it today feels like finding an old mixtape in your car and realizing it bangs harder than half the stuff on Spotify. Funny thing is, while most artists chase trends, Taffari sticks to his guns and delivers something timeless. Makes ya wonder why more people ain’t talking about him. Maybe they’re just not ready.
